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If you’ve not been keeping up, we sent out a call for 4 volunteers to go through the 12 week GetFit.lu training program. We had a over whelming response which made the job of selecting our 4 really tough.
Well we selected the four, and their profiles will be displayed in 352 this coming week. However they get started with their training and nutrition plans this Monday.
They’ll need to follow the Elimination Diet for the first 30 days, which is certainly not easy:
No wheat based products so essentially no bread,pasta and breakfast cereals
No Alcohol, sodas or caffeinated drinks
No processed foods
All for 30 days!! This will essentially detox their body and allow them to adequately fuel themselves for the activity they will be doing. They’ll lose a bucket load of fat at the same time!
Anyway keep track of their progress in 352 and the updates I will provide over the coming weeks
ForestFit in January
11.12.08The perfect antidote to a holiday season of excess! ForestFit is back again!
I have now opened registrations for ForestFit January, starting from January 6th.
There is only a limited number of places for both the 7am and 9.30am groups. Make sure you register early to avoid disappointment, I have already reserved 5 places for the 7am group before I even send this post out.
Go to http://www.forestfit.com to register right now.
One of the Getfit fundamentals is form and function, this is the training principles of our training. As part of this we ask you to do a 45 min programme with your trainer 2-3 times a week and a cardio interval work out of 25 mins,2-3 times a week.
So how have I done so far??
I really enjoyed the different exercises that were in the 45 min workout, some of them were familiar others not, on the whole a good muscular workout.
Now for the Cardio intervals…… most commonly we ask this to be done on the treadmill……as soon as I found out this I was not happy!!!, for some reason I have always had a fear of running, something to do with those cross country runs they made us do at school, I hated them with a passion!!
Anyway it goes like this 5min warm up on the treadmill, then run at 90% effort for 1 minute, then rest for 2 mins by walking, repeat this 5 times. Once the last one has been finished, cool down with a light jog and then to a walk over a 5min period.
….so how did I do.. well I certainly finished rather red faced and very sweaty, drip drip! I actually did a lot better than I thought I would, and felt that I could have even pushed myself that little bit further, not bad for never really running before.
I think a solid positive first try and if you put that with the fact that your only really working hard for 5 mins. Even with that short amount of work the cardio interval is the best way to boost your metabolism and reduce your body fat, don’t think I can argue with that, so much so that I have booked my next one already!!!
Bring on the Cardio Intervals!!!!……..
You wouldn’t believe the number of people I have spoken to over the last few months about ForestFit, who claim they are NOT fit enough to take part in ForestFit!
They have been afraid to come and try and get left behind.
If this is you, then what we have coming up on the 13th December at 08:30 may fit with you perfectly.
We are going to hold an open day on that Saturday morning for anyone to come and try, in our usual location of Bambesch.
Our intention is to have a “Normal” group for you guys and a tougher group for those that have been before and are wanting a bit of a challenge in the run up to Christmas.
We are limiting the group to a total of 30 people! and already 14 places have been taken. If you want to join us then send me an email to tim@getfit.lu with the title “SnowFit is Really Cool”
Thanks
Tim
PS. A small group of dedicated ForestFit’ers are in action this weekend at the Bambesch 5km run… come and cheer us on from 11am on Sunday morning.
SnowFit in the Forest
22.11.08This morning we had 12 dedicated individuals join us for ForestFit… like many parts of Luxembourg we had a nice sprinkling of snow, and Bambesch was especially beautiful as you can see from these pictures (thanks Maruska :o)
Now if your thinking “What a bunch of nutters, you’d never catch me out there in that cold!” Then what I am about to tell you will not interest you in the slightest!
The current ForestFit finishes on December 6th, but probably against my better judgement I am offering to be out in the Forest from 08:30 on Saturday 13th December, for anyone who wants join me for an extra special ForestFit.
This ForestFit is completely open for anyone to join me, no fee, no commitment!
A couple of things though, you must email me at tim@getfit.lu with the subject “SnowFit looks really cool… brrr!” to tell me you are coming.
The other thing is, if you say you are coming, YOU MUST COME, no excuses, no if’s or but’s I want to see you there.
I haven’t asked Jess yet, but hopefully she will be out with us as well :o) (how about it Jess ;o)
Be quick though with your email, i am going to limit the number of places to 30, and have two groups of different levels going out and enjoying the Forest.
So drop me that email right away, and I’ll add you to the list.
Tim
Local fitness professional, Tim Goodwin from GetFit.lu, today announced a very special invite to take part in the world’s largest ever fitness information gift-giving, www.12daysoffitness.com where an estimated 500,000 people will benefit from the combined fitness expertise of over 250 personal trainers, physical therapists and nutritionists.
Goodwin was chosen to represent Luxembourg from among thousands of fitness experts in recognition of his specialist knowledge in the area of fat loss for eally busy people and is expected to make quite an impact when he releases is lastest series of 15 minute workout videos called “Zero Crunch Workouts” which is aimed at helping the busiest people get the most out of their training time without wasting their time on the “tried and failed” approach of it ups and crunches!!
Goodwin said “The reason I created this video series is because I believe that many people are wasting too much time in the gym on exercises that are not giving the results people are looking for. Often they have tried all of the traditional approaches to lose fat and yet still failed to achieve appreciable results. I wanted to give these people a simple, straighforward, yet seriously effective means to finally rid themselves of the fat that accumalates around their midsection”
Goodwin continued, “what makes the release of this report so special is that it’s going to be part of a much bigger and impactful program as part of Dax Moy’s ‘12 days of fitness’ program where we anticipate that over 500,000 people will receive advice and help with achieving their health and fitness goals for 2009. To have been selected for such an important role within the project is a great honor indeed”
You can receive your own free copy of Tim Goodwin’s Zero Crunch Workout video series and hundreds of others for free by visiting www.12daysoffitness.com and getting your name onto the gift list which will begin delivering fitness gifts worldwide from December 10th.
Are you on of those Super-Mums that does 100 things at the same time? You are up at dawn preparing snack boxes, lunch boxes, gym bags, swim bags, making Breakfast, getting kids ready for school, getting yourself ready for work, planning tonight’s dinner while at the last minute putting on a wash before slamming the door shut. Drive the kids to school, husband to work, getting your self into work where You are the Super Assistant. After running after the boss all day, it’s back in the car, pick kids up, drive your son to hockey, your daughter to ballet. Back home! Dinner time, home work, bathing, night time stories, kids to bed. Cleaning, Washing, ironing, planning the next day…It’s 23.00…..you are exhausted…and in about 7 hours it will start all over again!
The problem with most of us woman (and some men) are that we are very bad at putting ourselves first. But to be honest if We don’t take care of ourselves What use are we going to be to ourselves or our family or anybody else for that matter?As i read in an article You must take care of your own basics needs before you can take care of the needs of others. Quite simple really, right?
And to be honest being busy doesn’t necessarily mean that You are being very productive.
So what can You do? Some people find it very hard to put themselves first, it feels a little bit selfish, but You can at least treat yourself equally with those yo love.
Do you make sure the kids get enough sleep? Well, make sure You get enough sleep too…it doesn’t matter if there is a little bit of dust under the beds and the washing can wait another day.
Do you think it’s important that your kids meet their friends and have a fun social life? Well, You make sure you get to see Your friends sometime as well and make sure You have an existing Social life. It’s been proven that having a Social life decreases the chance of depressions!
Do you insist your kids do some exercise (which I really hope You do, it’s so important to health!) Well, same again, You make sure you go out there and do some Exercises too.By now you all know there is a lot of options for you Mums in Luxembourg:)
Seriously though, it doesn’t have to involve getting to a gym or a class, simply walk out that door and the Options are plenty. Go for a 20 minutes Interval session, Yes, that is the best way to boost the metabolism…Go for a swim, Run with the dog or the neighbour, organise a friendly soccer game or just go for a quick Walk. 20 minutes a day, that is all you need to really improve your health, your immune system, your mood, your pms-problems(if you have them:)) and your future. I have said it before and I am saying it again, Who doesn’t want to live a long life to be there for their family. Well, get out there and Move Your Butt!
But doing exercise is only one part of a healthier life. Getting enough sleep is important and what you eat is equally important to have the Energy you need to be a great super mum. You most likely have heard the saying:You are, What You eat! So true, it’s not even funny:) Eat clean, a lot of fruit and vegetable, good meat, fish and chicken and make sure you eat Every 3 hours minimum!!! And please, please, please don’t skip BREAKFAST!
So what else can you do to relax your life a bit. Well, have a laugh every now and again especially at yourself:) Surround yourself with people that make you happy and don’t drain you. And don’t be afraid to ask for help! If you need 30 min to just clear your thoughts I can most certainly guarantee that your Friend won’t say No, because you wouldn’t right, if they needed you.
Plan fun things, there is nothing better than having something fun to look forward to. And it’s as important to plan nice things to do as it is planning work.
Try to figure out the things or people that drain you and take energy away from you and that aren’t really that important, and get rid or at least minimize the time with that/them.
There is small word that a lot of people don’t use as much as they should…Take note and start using it more often: Learn to say NO! Your Yes should be valuable and only used on the things that are most Important to You.
Look at potential Problems from a different angle, sometimes a problem isn’t as bad as it looks straight on.
Now, don’t go out there and try a new Super Woman tactic and change everything in your life straight away. Most likely that will bring you down eventually. Try small changes and really try to make that a habit before changing the next. This way you are more likely to keep it and make it Your New Improved, Healthier Lifestyle.
Good Luck, Mums, and no matter what, We are still Super Mums but let’s be Healthy, Happy Super Mums instead:)
Jess
One of the biggest aspects of ForestFit during this last 6 months has been the community that has built up around the training. Friendships have been made, networking has taken place and new relationships forged. In fact this whole aspect of the training has taken Jess and I by surprise.
We have seen many of our members take on a support role for others when time things have got tough, some have taken on roles as strong motivators and leaders, and the bonding between people has been quiet heartwarming.
Today, we have a number of ForestFit members taking on a challenge many thought would have been impossible just a few short months ago. Tonight’s FakelLaf 5km run starting from the Belle Etoile is the culmination of some solid training habits many of these guys and girls have developed. They’ll be running for their own personal goals, sense of achievement and every one of them has been an inspiration to have got to this point. I am sure the community spirit will continue tonight helping and supporting each other around the course.
Next week we start the final ForestFit group for 2008 and I am sure this will continue to strengthen the community that has developed around it.
Good luck to those taking part tonight, I’ll see you there.
Tim
ForestFit in 352
31.10.08
I’m a little excited today… ForestFit got a full page article in 352 this week… AND a mention on the radio too (thanks Ros Brown :o)
Make sure you pick up your copy of 352 today at the usual stockists!!!
My kind thanks to Straun Johnston for pulling together the article. Straun has been on ForestFit for the last 2 months and has been keeping the male body count up each week, so that all the girls don’t just pick on me :o)
ForestFit November is filling up. With both a 7am and 9:30am group starting after the kids holidays on the 11th November. Don’t wait for next month as these are the last groups of 2008.
Register over at http://www.ForestFit.com right now.
30 Day Guaranteed Drop A Dress Size
26.10.08OK guys… stop sending me emails. I was inundated with emails during my holiday about my 30 day Drop A Dress Size guarantee, and my schedule is now just too full.
However I had a quick phone call with Jess this afternoon, and she has mentioned that she was prepared to make the very same offer…
DROP A DRESS SIZE in 30 days or we give you your money back! Plus we will continue to train you for free until you DO Drop a Dress Size.
Jess has a real limitation of when she can train clients, so she is being really selective about who and when she trains.
So here are the conditions again:
- You’ll train with Jess one-on-one twice a week for four weeks, no excuses, no get outs PERIOD.
- You must follow the exercise plan Jess sets for you in full without deviation.
- You must follow our dietary recommendations to the letter, this is our Nutritional Responsibility program that is based around the Elimination diet . This means no alcohol, zero bread and pasta, zero processed foods, etc etc.
- You must commit to writing and reading your goals every day, and taking positive action every day to achieving them.
- You must write a daily journal, and email it to Jess every evening for 30 days to tell her what you have been doing that day, nutrition and exercise wise.
- At the start and end of the program Jess will ask you to take photographs to demonstrate the changes to your body shape and be prepared to write a full report of how you have got on with the program.
Now Jess is realy only taking 5 clients at this time, and having talked about her available times, during the lunch period is going to be the most ideal time. Now if this fits with you then you need to:
go to the http://www.getfit.lu/consultation.html page to register your intention to start training with us
drop Jess an email at jess@getfit.lu with the subject “Drop A Dress Size 30 days” and tell her why she should take you as one of the 5 special clients to help you drop that dress size(Jeans size for guys)! I wouldn’t wait for the deadline of the 31st October at 18:00 as Jess will have likely filled those places by then.
So get to it right now if your are really serious about making some extra special changes in the month of November.
